The Little Black Books are something extra for Lent, and only take 5-6 minutes out of each day to read and reflect on two pages. Who can’t afford 5-6 minutes each day? Keep it in your car to read when you’re waiting in your car for your kids after school or sports; keep it on your night stand to use first thing in the morning or in the evening; keep it next to your favorite chair in the family room or living room; you can think up your own handy spot where you can take just six minutes a day to prepare for Easter.
Focus on the Scripture text on the right hand page. God may take you down a path different from the written reflection that is provided. The left hand page has a variety of quotes, suggestions, information, and timely thoughts. Treat it like a buffet table from which you can take what you like. Getting ready for Lent is as simple as stop, look and listen: STOP your activity for a few minutes; take a LOOK at your life; LISTEN to the Spirit within you.